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Retinol
Often selected for visible photoaging, surface renewal and uneven-looking tone. Retinoid sensitivity, pregnancy status and current skincare must be reviewed.
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Laser resurfacing
LaseMD
Brighter tone. Refined texture. A clear, evidence-aware guide to candidacy, treatment, recovery, limitations and next steps.
Evidence reviewed July 31, 2026
Skin confidence
Technology meets thoughtful, hands-on care
Every treatment begins with your skin, your comfort and a clear plan—not a one-size-fits-all service.
The Short Answer
What is LaseMD?
LaseMD is a non-ablative thulium laser used in dermatologic procedures. Its cleared indications include soft-tissue coagulation, actinic keratoses and benign pigmented lesions such as age spots, sun spots and freckles. Cosmetic plans are tailored to skin type and concern.
1927 nm thulium technology
A precise path for visible sun damage
LaseMD creates microscopic, non-ablative treatment zones in the skin. The treatment is most directly supported for benign pigmented lesions—including age spots, sun spots and freckles—and for dermatologic procedures requiring soft-tissue coagulation. Settings, treatment density and the number of passes are selected for your skin type, diagnosis and acceptable recovery window.
What it is not:
LaseMD is not the answer to every scar, vascular concern or degree
of skin laxity. When deeper remodeling, visible vessels or stronger
resurfacing is the priority, the Sciton pathway may be more appropriate.
Personalized treatment enhancement
LaseMD ampoule menu
After the laser creates controlled microchannels, your provider may select a topical ampoule based on your skin goals. The pictured product menu includes four options; selection does not guarantee a result and is not a substitute for diagnosis or a home-care plan.
RS
Resveratrol
An antioxidant-focused option used in plans for dullness, visible environmental stress and uneven-looking tone.
TA
Tranexamic acid
A pigment-focused option that may be considered for melasma or lentigines. Melasma requires caution because heat and inflammation can worsen it.
VC
Vitamin C
An antioxidant and brightening option for a more even-looking, luminous complexion. “Brightening” means improving visible dullness—not changing your natural skin color.
Candidacy
Who may—or may not—be a candidate
Who may be considered
Adults with compatible skin type and pigment or texture goals may be candidates after assessment. Recent tanning, skin sensitivity, melasma history, medications and tendency toward pigment change affect settings and timing.
When treatment may not be appropriate
Treatment may be deferred for active infection, open skin, recent significant sun exposure or tanning, photosensitizing medicines, pregnancy, uncontrolled medical conditions or a history suggesting excessive scarring or pigment complications.
At a Glance
Treatment facts
These are practical planning ranges, not promises. Your consultation determines the exact plan.
Treatment Time
Often 20–45 minutes
Comfort / Anesthesia
Heat or prickling; topical numbing may be used
Typical Downtime
Redness and a dry, sandpaper-like feel commonly last several days
When Changes May Appear
Brightness may appear as skin renews over 1–2 weeks
How Long Results May Last
Improvement varies; sun protection and maintenance matter
Treatments Commonly Considered
Often a series of 2–4, based on concern and response
Your Visit
What happens during treatment
Evaluate
Skin type, pigment pattern, medications and goals are reviewed; suspicious lesions require appropriate evaluation.
Plan & treat
The skin is cleansed, eye protection is used and laser energy is delivered in controlled passes.
Review & follow up
Post-treatment barrier care and strict sun protection support healing. Pigment may temporarily darken before flaking.
Informed Choice
Important risks, limitations and alternatives
Risks & limitations
Temporary redness, swelling, dryness or pigment darkening can occur. Burns, blistering, prolonged pigment change, infection and scarring are uncommon but important risks. Results vary with device, settings, skin type, concern and aftercare; treatment does not stop future aging or sun damage.
Alternatives to discuss
- Chemical peel or medical-grade skincare
- Glo2Facial for a gentler, no-laser experience
- Sciton BBL or another appropriate pigment device
- Ablative or fractional resurfacing for deeper concerns, with different downtime and risk
Clinical Judgment
Why provider experience matters
Laser safety is more than choosing a setting. Experienced providers identify melasma and lesion patterns, account for skin type and recent exposure, select conservative parameters and manage pigment or burn complications early.
Access & Cost
In-office versus telehealth
Consultation and treatment are in-office only.
Pricing: Consultation required. Price depends on area, treatment intensity, number of sessions and whether a combined plan is recommended.
Common Questions
LaseMD FAQ
LaseMD is described as a non-ablative thulium laser. It creates controlled treatment zones without the recovery profile of fully ablative resurfacing.
Melasma can be unpredictable and can worsen with heat or inflammation. It requires diagnosis and a cautious, often multimodal plan.
Yes. Avoiding tanning and following broad-spectrum sun protection are essential before and after treatment.
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